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Annual Water System Maintenance Planned March 6 – April 3

News Staff

Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process from March 6 through April 3, 2023.

Be the Sprinkles on the Cake

Billie Kasper

Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

I hope that most of you know that I own Flower Basket. And today, you will all learn that my “significant” birthday is in February, less than a week from Valentine’s Day.

Representative Keith Bell’s Capitol Update

News Staff

Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

Great meeting with Dr. Curran, Michael Glas, Steven Schiff, and Glen Robinson with East Texas Community Clinic and Carevide discussing their work on providing healthcare services in HD 4.

Encouraging Physical Activity to Upgrade Quality of Life in Aging Adults

News Staff

Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

As we age, strength training and aerobic exercise become increasingly important.

Gov. Greg Abbott Tells State Agencies to Stop Considering Diversity in Hiring

Kate Mcgee Texas Tribune

Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

Gov. Greg Abbott’s office is warning state agency and public university leaders this week that the use of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives — policies that support groups who have been historically underrepresented or discriminated against — is illegal in hiring.

Don’t Let Fear Drive Investment Decisions

News Staff

Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

In the past year, we’ve seen some big swings in the financial markets. This volatility may make you feel as if you have little control over your investment success. But the truth is, you do have more control than you might think — as long as you don’t let fear guide your decisions.

WILD HOG PRICES RIVAL THAT OF DOMESTIC HOGS

News Staff

Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

I have always enjoyed eating pork; fried, cooked in roasts with veggies, barbecued, sausage, cured bacon and ham, it really doesn’t matter. I love pork, wild or otherwise! I honestly prefer quality pork cooked right over any other meat.

The Queen of Ballard Road

Dina Moon

Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

At some point, back in the early 60s, my father blew into Seagoville, TX, with his two near adult sons. Perhaps he was still married to his first wife. He isn’t around to ask, nor is she, nor is wife number two, my mother. Wife 3 died decades ago.

Why Did Jesus Say That Seeing Him Is Seeing The Father?

Carey Kinsolving

Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

The Bible says no man can see God and live (Exodus 33:20). Yet, Jesus said anyone who has seen him has seen God the Father (John 14:9). What gives? “When Philip asked to see God the Father, Jesus responded that he had been looking at the Father the whole time,” says Anais, 11.

BBB Tip: What to Know About IRS Impostors and Tax Preparation Fraud

News Staff

Thu, 02/09/2023 - 05:00

The season for filing 2022 taxes began, January 24, and while some Texas residents are planning on submitting their own returns, others are reaching out to reputable tax preparers for assistance.